Outrage Erupts: Bihar RJD MLA Filmed Slapping Labourer at Construction Site

It’s one of those moments that just makes your stomach turn, isn’t it? A video, now circulating relentlessly across social media platforms, has captured a rather disturbing scene: a Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MLA, Fateh Bahadur Singh, from Bihar, allegedly caught on camera slapping a labourer during a routine site inspection in the state's Banka district.

The incident itself is deeply unsettling. Picture this: a construction site, workers toiling away, and an elected representative, presumably there to oversee progress, suddenly loses his cool. The short clip shows the MLA, reportedly inspecting a road construction project, physically assaulting a labourer. The worker, it appears, was simply going about his arduous task of digging with a spade when he was struck. It’s a stark reminder of the power imbalance that, sadly, still exists in so many corners of our society.

Now, according to some reports, the MLA's alleged justification for this act was that the labourer was supposedly "wasting time" and not working efficiently enough. Frankly, that excuse really raises an eyebrow. Regardless of the perceived work ethic, resorting to physical violence, especially from someone in a position of authority, just doesn't sit right with anyone. It's a fundamental breach of respect, and it speaks volumes about how some individuals in power view the very people they are meant to serve.

Unsurprisingly, this display of high-handedness has ignited a furious reaction. People across Bihar, and indeed the nation, are expressing their outrage, condemning the MLA's actions and demanding accountability. This isn't just about one slap; it's about the broader issue of political arrogance and the mistreatment of ordinary citizens, particularly those in vulnerable positions. The incident serves as a powerful, albeit unfortunate, reminder that no one, regardless of their status, should be above treating others with basic human dignity and respect. One can only hope that swift and appropriate action will follow.